Indiana University

A Note from the Chair

Thank you for your interest in Second Language Studies at Indiana University. We offer unique programs of study that will put you in contact with outstanding scholars, where you can learn directly from faculty whose research has shaped basic understanding of second language acquisition. We offer opportunities to participate in cutting-edge research in a range of areas. Whether you seek an undergraduate Minor in Second Language Studies, a TESOL Certificate, an MA in TESOL and Applied Linguistics, or an MA or Ph.D. in Second Language Studies, our department will provide an experience that will most certainly guide your professional career for years to come.

Upcoming Events

Colloquim

Click here for our weekly Colloquium schedule. Every Friday during the Fall and Spring semesters from 2:30 to 4:30 P.M. in Ballantine Hall 103.

News & Announcements

We've Moved!

We have completed our move from Ballantine Hall and can now be found in Morrison Hall, 2nd floor. Our main office is now in MO 216.

Congratulation to Megan Connolly

More reasons to celebrate! We are happy to announce Lecturer Megan Connolly was just awarded the 2018 IU Trustees Teaching Award in the Non-Tenure Track At-Large Faculty group! We are very proud to have Megan on our faculty team!

Congraulations Dr. Yilmaz!

We are excited to finally announce the news! Second Language Studies faculty member Dr. Yucel Yilmaz has received his appointment with tenure and has been promoted to Associate Professor within the department.

Join us for our first colloquium of Spring 2018!

SLS Ph.D Candidate Becky Halloran Gonzalez will be presenting, "“How does meaning affect structure? A look at the syntax and L2 acquisition of Spanish psych verbs." Check out more information in the Colloquium link below!

Welcome back for Spring 2018

We hope everyone has enjoyed their Winter break and we want to welcome you back to the campus for the Spring 2018 semester. Classes begin January 8th!

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Visiting Scholars

If you are interested in becoming a visiting scholar please click here for more information.

The learning of second and foreign languages is a rich and fascinating process involving linguistic, psychological, cultural, and social dimensions. The Indiana University Department of Second Language Studies is dedicated to teaching and research on the structure, acquisition, and use of nonnative language in both instructed and contact contexts.